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Новости за 03.12.2024

Martial Law Crisis in South Korea Ends Following Lawmakers’ Intervention

Sofia News Agency 

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced early Wednesday that he would lift the martial law imposed during a dramatic series of events the night, following a parliamentary vote that rejected the declaration. In a televised statement, Yoon confirmed that military personnel deployed around parliament had been withdrawn and said the formal process to lift martial law would occur during a Cabinet meeting once all members were present. The president’s decision to impose martial law late Tuesday evening was unexpected... Читать дальше...

Microfiber plastics appear to tumble, roll and move slowly in the environment

Sciencedaily.com 

The first-known direct observations of the movement of microfiber plastics through a thin layer of soil-like particles show that they tend to tumble, roll and sometimes get stuck in spaces. The findings mean that the fibers could get easily trapped in sediment. The work helps to improve understanding of the exposure risks and possible health impacts of the pervasive pieces of plastic, which are the largest pollutant in the world by mass.

New hope for schizophrenia: iTBS over the left DLPFC improves negative and cognitive symptoms

Sciencedaily.com 

Theta burst stimulation (TBS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique known for modifying human behavior and treating neurological diseases. A group of scientists conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis to determine the effective TBS protocols for addressing schizophrenia symptoms and cognitive impairment. Their findings suggest that intermittent TBS over the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex may offer a promising alternative to antipsychotic drug-based treatment.

The viral puzzle of why humans are susceptible to hepatitis B virus, but monkeys are not

Sciencedaily.com 

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) has a narrow host range, mainly infecting hominoids. A new study reveals the structural differences in the liver cell receptor (NTCP) between humans and monkeys, explaining why HBV infects humans but not monkeys. This marks a significant medical breakthrough, by identifying new molecular targets for anti-HBV drug development for treating hepatitis B, a disease that places a tremendous burden on the global economy.

Trump nominees visit senators on Capitol Hill

News10.com 

A parade of nominees for President-elect Donald Trump's new cabinet are back on Capitol Hill. His picks for attorney general, defense secretary, and secretary of state are meeting with senators.

Bradman baggy green goes under the hammer

Sydney Morning Herald 

An unknown bidder has paid nearly half a million dollars for an 80-year-old baggy green worn by Don Bradman in his final Test series on home soil.